This program assists professional writers with the writing of specific creative projects. Eligible genres include drama, fiction, graphic novel, juvenile, non-fiction, poetry and spoken word. Awards are available to support the creation of new works or the re-writing of existing unpublished or unproduced manuscripts. Applications may be made by individuals or a collaboration of two or more writers who share creative control / authorship of a project.

Application Deadline:September 15, 2016

Note: if the deadline falls on a weekend or statutory holiday, the deadline becomes the next business day.

Before you Apply:

Read the program guidelines.

All applicants, especially new applicants, are urged to discuss their request with Council staff prior to submission.

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Program Guidelines:

Program guidelines are reviewed and revised annually.
Please ensure you are working with the most current program guidelines for each intake.